Consumer Law

Consumer Law is a broad scope of the law. While the government has the responsibility to provide for adequate consumer protection, often-protective government oversight fails. Businesses are required to let you know detailed information about their products. Sentinel vigorously represents consumers who have been harmed or financially damaged by unsafe or defective products.

Some areas under  consumer protection:

Lemon laws:
Clients often find that the vehicle they intended to purchase is actually the remains of a previous wreck, or an adjusted or rolled back odometer. Occasionally, a consumer will find themselves in a lease that is specifically designed to take advantage of an unsuspecting consumer. A number of "salvage" vehicles -- which have been declared a total loss -- are glued together and resold without disclosure to unknowing buyers. Significant mechanical problems with the car, bent frames, indications of body damage, unusually high repair bills, or tires wearing out early may indicate a consumer was sold a rebuilt wreck. Persistent mechanical problems could also indicate a "laundered lemon." These are vehicles which a previous owner returned to the manufacturer pursuant to a state lemon law. Our firm can research the title and find out if a consumer has purchased a lemon. Sale of a lemon may entitle you to sue for a refund, or a replacement vehicle.

Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (DUPTA)

The law provides protection for consumers who are the victims of deceptive and unfair marketing tactics and/or trade. This may include bait & switch, deceptive  or fraudulent  wording,  or other unfair practices. Our office handles numerous cases regarding DUPTA. We will discuss your situation, and can determine if DUPTA applies.

Product Liability

If you have been injured as the result of product defect or malfunction, you may have a claim against that company for your injuries, loss of work, or other damages resulting from the products regular and typical use. Contact our firm today to discuss your rights. Product liability cases are often handled by a group called a "class." You may be familiar with the term "class action." This is where a collective party of individuals form a group due to the similarities of their claim against a product and/or business. Our firm may assist in holding a company liable for the harm resulting from its product.